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Take Stock! Presented by CommusoftUpdates & Insights - Take Stock: Regular-Up for 18th September 2025Welcome back to Commusoft's regular roundup: the audio version of our fortnightly newsletter! Today, we're gearing up for Connect & Preview, it's going to be a huge showcase happening on the 25th September. We'll soon be able to share all about the exciting features we've designed to help service businesses thrive. Today, though, we're highlighting features and updates that are available right now: Opportunity Management, a game-changer for managing sales pipelines and cash flow. Then, vehicle tracker assignments for enhanced fleet management. Finally, customizable digital forms, including two new templates for air conditioning services and F-Gas records available v...
2025-09-1803 minTake Stock! Presented by CommusoftPayments and Plans - Take Stock: Regular Round-Up for 5th September, 2025In this episode, we highlight payment integrations, as well as reporting, and home service plans: these are 3 fantastic tools and feature that will help your team do more and enhance customer relationships. Learn more about them by visiting Commusoft, or reach out to our team to discuss how we can help.
2025-09-0503 minTake Stock! Presented by CommusoftTake Stock: A Regular Round Up for 21st August '25: Shifts, SMS and AssetsIn this episode, we look at features we've designed to help field service businesses cope better during the upcoming busy season. From recent product updates that include an update to Shift Patterns, as well as SMS Templates, we're also highlighting our Asset Maintenance software. Altogether, these tools are designed to give your team back time, stay organised, and grant them access useful data that's ready to use in the palm of their hand!Have a listen and for more information, explore our website or reach out to our team.Explore more on our w...
2025-08-2103 minTake Stock! Presented by CommusoftTake Stock: A Regular Round-Up for 7th August '25: Feature FocusedIn this episode, we share a quick look at 2 powerful features clients may have overlooked: job costing and timesheets. You can find out more about these features and the plans they're available on by visiting our website.
2025-08-0702 minTake Stock! Presented by CommusoftTake Stock: A Regular Round-Up for 24th July '25 - Connect & PreviewIn this week's audio newsletter, we're look back as we look ahead!In 2024, we hosted Connect & Preview, a special client event in the UK where we showcased the future of Commusoft. It was a brilliant opportunity to network with our clients and reveal a roadmap of incredible features for them to use.As we prepare for Connect & Preview in 2025, we've looked back at the features we launched last year, including the Jobs Dashboard, Proposal Builder, advanced Fleet Management Software, and the Commusoft Academy.We're super excited to reveal more about the 2025 event soon...
2025-07-2404 minTake Stock! Presented by CommusoftTransforming Payments with Instant Bank Pay - Commusoft meets GoCardless ft. Pat PhelanWelcome back to a TakeStock! presented by Commusoft. Today, we explore Instant Bank Pay—https://www.commusoft.co.uk/software-integrations/gocardless/—featuring Pat Phelan, Chief Customer Officer of GoCardless!Pat is an experienced CCO and has shared his wealth of customer knowledge with us. Have a listen and learn all about how GoCardless and Commusoft have partnered to make taking one-off payments easy, with Instant Bank Pay!
2023-09-1350 minTake Stock! Presented by CommusoftSeries 2, Episode 3: Commusoft meets Tools in the TradesOur first 2-guest episode is live! Rhys has been speaking with Kevin Graham and Joshua Wells about Tools in the Trades. Based in Niagara Falls, Canada, these two trade experts are helping to train new generations of Tradesmen and Tradeswomen across the country. Discover what they have to share about mentors, motivation, and much, much more!Apply to be a guest by filling this form!
2023-02-0751 min
We Have A MeetingHow to build a multi million pound business with Jason MorjariaMeet Jason, the Director of Commusoft - a multi-million pound business that he built from the ground up. With a passion for creating a positive and productive office culture, Jason has led his team to great success by fostering a positive work-life balance and a supportive environment. Tune in to hear his unique perspective on building a successful business, and his insights on how to create a culture that brings out the best in your team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-01-2348 minTake Stock! Presented by CommusoftSeries 2, Episode 2: How Great Design Boosts Sales with Courteney LockleyThe great painter Henri Matisse once said: “Creativity takes courage.”Fortunately, trades businesses don’t need to design a masterpiece to have a positive effect on sales. This week, Courteney Lockley, Graphic Designer and Product Designer with trumpet joins us to discuss the impact of great branding and how a little bit of effort can go a long way. In this episode, we’ll discuss:The importance of consistent designThe impact of great design in the sales cycleVisual first impressionsWhy mobile content mattersSimple, effective design strategiesWant to learn more? Follow Take Stock on Apple...
2022-11-2335 minTake Stock! Presented by CommusoftSeries 2, Episode 1: Supporting Your Community and Your Bottom Line with Jordan DietscheCommunity engagement is essential. Working with your community can take many forms and is a crucial part of growing your service business. For Jordan Dietsche, Marketer with BugTussel Wireless, community engagement is not just a task, but a way of life.In this episode we'll cover:A/B testing social media strategiesEnhancing your marketing strategy with both traditional and digital methodsThe Bears/Packers football rivalryServing niche markets and communitiesConsultative, educational selling strategiesWant to learn more? Follow Take Stock on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts or wherever you listen!Be sure t...
2022-11-0229 minTake Stock! Presented by CommusoftSeries 1, Episode 6: How HVAC Businesses Can Stay Competitive While Fighting Climate Change with Mark NabongClimate change. If you have a heartbeat and access to news, you’ve heard about this global issue. So how does this impact field service? Specifically, the heating and cooling industry?This week, we’re thrilled to have Mark Nabong as our featured guest. Mark works in renewable energy and telecom infrastructure and will guide us through the complex issue of climate change and its impact on field service.In this episode we’ll cover:Climate change: what it is, it’s impact on the environment and the field service industryHow heating and cooli...
2022-09-0720 minTake Stock! Presented by CommusoftSeries 1, Episode 5: Recruiting Women and Young People to the Trades with Shannon TymoskoApply to be a guest by filling this form!The U.S. Department of Labor states that women make up almost half of the national workforce but represent only 13% of Registered Apprentices. Fortunately, change is coming to the trades. This week, we’re excited to host Shannon Tymosko, 3rd year electrical apprentice and motivational speaker who speaks on how women and young folks play a critical role in the field service industry.In this episode, we’ll discuss:The importance of training new hires and knowledge transferUsing social media as a tool to recruit tale...
2022-08-2439 minTake Stock! Presented by CommusoftSeries 1, Episode 4: Pricing Your Services Sustainably with Wayne BettessApply to be a guest by filling this form!Inflation has swept through the global economy. The causes of inflation are multifaceted, interconnected, and it affects us all. The outcome? Our purchasing power has decreased. In order to maintain a healthy, profitable business, it’s necessary to raise rates. This week, Wayne Bettess, business coach and founder of Off The Tools, illustrates how to raise rates and why it leads to a better business and happier customers.In this episode we’ll discuss:Why and how to raise your rates responsiblyThe Three B’s...
2022-08-1051 minTake Stock! Presented by CommusoftSeries 1, Episode 3: The Five People You Need for a Successful Trades Business with Tersh BlissettApply to be a guest by filling this form!There’s a saying: “You become the people you surround yourself with.” When starting a trades business, this is especially true! In this episode of Take Stock, CEO of Service Emperor and host of the Service Business Mastery podcast Tersh Blissett joins us to share his thoughts on who to have in your inner circle when launching your field service business.In this episode we’ll discuss:The five must-have relationships when starting a business“If it’s normal, do the exact opposite.”Challenges faci...
2022-07-2735 minTake Stock! Presented by CommusoftSeries 1, Episode 2: How to Create an Impactful Customer Experience with Jason MorjariaApply to be a guest by filling this form!The Great Debate. Is the customer always right? Some agree, some disagree.Regardless of the answer, we do know the customer is important. Building an experience with a customer-centered approach is paramount to creating a successful business. In this episode, Jason Morjaria, CEO of Commusoft, joins us to speak on his passion for creating excellent customer journeys.We’ll touch on:How “Qualification is Key”Building a successful sales strategyCreating an excellent customer experienceTools for growing revenue and scaling your businessHow to qualify leads a...
2022-07-1346 minTake Stock! Presented by CommusoftSeries 1, Episode 1: How to Sell In Field Service with Ross van DijkApply to be a guest by filling this form!There’s a shift taking place in field service. Trades companies are moving from quoting and estimating - to formal sales processes. Ross van Dijk, Territory Account Manager at Fortinet joins us to discuss his tried and true sales techniques, his humble beginnings selling CDs at the Choir Olympics, and how to avoid “commission breath”.In this episode we’ll cover:“Be brief, be brilliant, be gone.”Establishing trust and respect with potential customers that build last relationships.The benefits of “upselling” for the company and customer.The i...
2022-06-2942 minTake Stock! Presented by CommusoftTrailer: Take Stock! Presented by CommusoftApply to be a guest by filling this form!Introducing - Take Stock! A new field service podcast presented by Commusoft.Our first series, debuting Wednesday, June 29th, features our host, Charles Kay, and an all-star group of professionals from the trades and beyond. Join us as we dig into the challenges and ideas shaping the modern field service industry.
2022-06-1501 min
The Vaillant PodcastGoing Green with Martin McTague and James LaceyThe Vaillant Podcast is a heating industry podcast designed to support installers with every aspect of their working lives. From mental health to marketing, fitness to finances; installers can tune in to learn how to enhance their earnings, learning and wellbeing. In this episode of The Vaillant Podcast installers will learn more about how ‘going green’ can have a positive impact on both the planet and their business.Joining host Simon Whysall on The Vaillant Podcast is Martin McTague from the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) and James Lacey owner of JLN Plumbing and Heating....
2022-01-2131 min
Off The Tools with Wayne Bettess ⚒️#73 Off The Tools With Jason MorjariaSend us a Text Message.Commusoft syncs with the office and gives you access to everything you need, no matter where you are in the field.Our job management software allows you to take control of your customer data, staff diaries, and business communications to maximise profitability.Whether you are a small company just getting started with job management software or a large digitally-savvy business, Commusoft has solutions that fit your needs.Why take our word for it? See it for yourself!Scro...
2021-12-0155 min